LGBTQIA+ Virtual Hang Sunday Group

Join Safe Space NOVA every other Sunday for a regional Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA) group which is open to all teens across the DMV! This group provides an opportunity for LGBTQIA+ youth to hang out in in an adult-facilitated group to discuss school, coming out, dysphoria, making friends, dating, politics, family, and any other deserved topics! For those who identity as LGBTQIA+, support groups are very important because they create a source of community especially during challenging times. Research shows that support groups act as a buffer and provide a sense of protection, encouragement, and comfort to the LGBTQIA+ youth who are experiencing social stigmas, bullying, and other challenges.

The Virtual Hang Sunday Group is a place for strangers to become friends. Youth are encouraged to come alone or with existing friends. The group will form a support system and build community. The group meets bi-weekly virtually via Zoom. In-person groups may be available if the youth elect to meet in person. Discussions are an open forum. This means that the youth choose the subject matter. Games and other activities are also included in the fun. The facilitator will share upcoming events available to youth through Safe Space NOVA and in the larger community.  The target audience for this group is 7th-12th graders. Complete the registration form to participate in the group. If you have any questions, please reach out to info@safespacenova.org

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“You + Me = We: Queer Sex Ed” Healthy Relationship Program

When it comes to sexual and relationship health education, it is not “one size fits all”. LGBTQ+ youth deserve sexual health education that is inclusive of their experiences, identities, and relationships while making sure they have accurate information to stay safe and healthy. The Safe Space NOVA healthy relationship program is designed specifically for Safe Space NOVA youth, using a hybrid virtual and in-person setting over the course of four sessions that will give participants the chance to learn and ask questions about body autonomy, consent, safer sex practices, communication and boundary-setting, and more. This program is more than just sex education; we offer tips and tools to help young folx feel safer and empowered in love, like, and anything in between. Click here to register!

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Youth Social Activities

The purpose of the Social Activities Program is to provide safe, supportive, and supervised events for LGBTQIA+ youth to come together, build friendships, and participate in social activities with their peers, ages 14-18. These activities are supervised by Safe Space NOVA volunteers.

Example activities include:

• • • • • • • • Laser Tag
              • Board Game Night
              • Movie Night
              • Picnic in the Park
              • Five Dollar Formals 

For the most up-to-date information on upcoming events and to tell us what YOU would like to do, follow us on Instagram: @safespacenova